2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Terios | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
